United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co. v. O'Byrne

Alan O’Byrne received an accidental injury which arose out of and in the course of his employment. Compensation was paid by the employer and its insurance carrier. The injured employee was first treated by Dr. R. L. Rhodes on December 2, 1937, Dr. Rhodes being the medical representative of the insurance carrier. On December 11, 1937, the employee engaged the services of Dr. W. J. Williams, who continued the treatment until February 9, 19.38. On June 20, 1938, after continuous treatment by Dr. Williams, it became necessary to amputate the foot of the employee. The total medical and hospital…